June 10
Kenya: Car & General Unveils LPG Tuk-Tuk to Cut Fuel Costs, Emissions
Car & General has launched a new LPG-powered Piaggio three-wheeler in Kenya, positioning it as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative for urban transport… Read more »
June 09
Kenya: Kam Warns VAT Changes Could Raise Prices of e-Motorcycles, Phones
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has warned that proposed tax changes in the Finance Bill 2026 could increase the cost of electric motorcycles, mobile phones and other… Read more »
June 08
Kenya: Ruto Urges Belgian Investors to Shift to Value Addition and Manufacturing in Kenya
President William Ruto has called on European investors to invest in value addition and manufacturing in Africa rather than exporting raw materials for processing abroad. Read more »
June 04
Kenya: KVM Starts Local Assembly of Toyota Hiace in Thika
Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (KVM) has launched a new Toyota Hiace assembly line at its Thika plant, marking a significant boost for the country's automotive manufacturing sector. Read more »
May 31
Kenya: Inside Kenya's Manufacturing Squeeze As Production Costs and Imports Rise
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 31 - Kenya's manufacturing sector is grappling with rising production costs, growing import competition and weakening demand, raising fresh questions about the… Read more »
April 29
Kenya: Lost ATM Card? Nairobi Factory Can Replace It in 60 Seconds
Kenyans who lose their ATM cards could soon get replacements in just 60 seconds instead of waiting days or even weeks, thanks to a new smart card factory launched in Nairobi. Read more »
April 28
East Africa: Kenya Makes History With East Africa's First Smart Card Factory
Kenya has made history after the official opening of East Africa's first smart card manufacturing facility in Nairobi, a milestone expected to boost jobs, reduce imports and… Read more »
Kenya: Fedex, Kam to Power Kenya's Manufacturing and Trade Ambitions
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, in collaboration with Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), convened a… Read more »
March 25
Kenya: Kenya Secures Sh376.2bn Agriculture, Manufacturing and ICT Investment Deals
President William Ruto has unveiled more than $2.9 billion (Sh376.2 billion) in 20 investment deals that will create 63,000 quality jobs for Kenyans. Read more »
November 23, 2025
Kenya: Kenya, Uganda Vow Cross Border Cooperation to Build Value Chains, Expand Regional Manufacturing Capacity
President William Ruto and his Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni have committed to fostering cross-border collaboration in strategic sectors such as steel manufacturing, energy… Read more »
November 17, 2025
Kenya: KDF Manufacturing Wing Holds Workshop to Boost Operational Excellence
The Kenya Ordnance Factories Corporation (KOFC) has convened a high-level management workshop aimed at strengthening leadership efficiency, enhancing organizational culture, and… Read more »
August 10, 2025
East Africa: Kenya Targets Packaging Sector Growth With International Expo
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry-Nairobi Chapter (KNCC&I) and the Institute of Packaging Professionals Kenya (IOPPK) have partnered with UAE-based MXM… Read more »
